Margaret of York

10 April 1472 - 11 December 1472

House: House of York

Margaret of York was the fifth child and fourth daughter of Edward IV of England and Elizabeth Woodville, born into the prominent House of York. Her short life began at Winchester Castle and tragically ended just eight months later due to natural causes.

Notable events

10 April 1472
Born at Winchester Castle, Hampshire, England.
11 December 1472
Died of natural causes.
1472
Buried in Westminster Abbey.
16th century
Sarcophagus moved to the edge of the chapel during the dissolution of the monasteries.
Modern times
Sarcophagus found to be empty after lid removal.
Historical period
Monumental brass on tomb missing.
Historical period
Original wording around the edge and on the surface plaque of tomb recorded historically.

Other details

Death: Died at the age of 8 months and 1 day, buried in Westminster Abbey.

Children: 0

Sources

Compiled from various 3rd hand sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/